Chelsea has ended their pursuit of Victor Osimhen due to his €130 million release clause, focusing instead on signing Samuel Omorodion from Atletico Madrid. The deal for Omorodion, a Nigerian forward, could be finalized soon, while Osimhen may remain at Napoli for another season.
Chelsea FC has reportedly ended their pursuit of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, shifting their focus to another forward. Osimhen, a highly sought-after player across Europe, has been valued at around €130 million by his current club, Napoli. Despite ongoing interest from top clubs, no team has yet met this hefty release clause, leaving Osimhen still at Napoli.
The latest development reveals that Chelsea has withdrawn their interest in Osimhen. This move has sparked considerable reaction, as fans and analysts reflect on the implications for the club’s transfer strategy.
Adding to the intrigue, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has indicated that Chelsea is preparing to announce the signing of Nigerian-born forward Samuel Omorodion. The 21-year-old, currently with Atletico Madrid, is set to join Chelsea on a seven-year contract. The deal, reportedly worth over €35 million, hinges on the completion of Julian Alvarez's transfer from Manchester City to Atletico. Omorodion, who impressed with nine-goal involvements during a loan spell at Deportivo Alavés, is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to Chelsea's forward line.
As Chelsea pivots from their pursuit of Osimhen, the future of the Nigerian striker remains uncertain. Osimhen, who has been Napoli’s top scorer for the past two seasons, might stay another year at the Italian club. Former Nigerian forward Vitor Ezeji has advised Osimhen to consider remaining at Napoli instead of forcing a move.
